Thomas M. "Tom" Metzger

Thomas M. "Tom" Metzger: Experienced Employment Law Advisor and Litigator in Columbus, Ohio

Tom Metzger is a nationally recognized employment law advisor, litigator, and trainer with over 20 years of experience representing employers and executives. His expertise spans covenants-not-to-compete, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) regulatory and litigation matters, discrimination and retaliation claims, contract disputes, and related workplace issues.

Practice Areas

• Covenants-Not-To-Compete Litigation
• OSHA and MSHA Consultation & Litigation
• Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) Consultation & Litigation
• Discrimination and Retaliation Claims
• Contract Disputes
• Safety Audits and Investigations Under OSHA and MSHA
• Unfair Competition, Confidential Information and Trade Secrets
• Retaliation and Employment Discrimination
• The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
• The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
• Defamation
• Privacy Rights

Awards & Recognitions

Tom Metzger has been recognized by his peers as one of the country’s leading employment law advisors and litigators. He was named one of the Top Ohio Lawyers in Labor and Employment by Business First from 2009-2013, received the Super Lawyer designation for Ohio during this period, and also received the Martindale-Hubbell AV Peer Review Rating. In addition to his recognition as a leading employment lawyer, Tom has been named in Best Attorney USA since 2013.

Education & Credentials

• Firms: Littler
• Universities: University of Pittsburgh and Washington University in St. Louis
• Licensure: Admitted to practice law in Ohio (and the U.S.)

Affiliations & Professional Affiliations

Tom Metzger is a frequent speaker, author, and trainer on employment law topics. He has contributed articles to numerous publications and has been interviewed by various media outlets such as ABC, CBS, NBC; radio programs like Business Week, the Columbus Dispatch, Business First, and others.

Recognized Since: 2013

Town & Country: Columbus, Ohio, United States